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Plaščenosnaja akula

Chlamydoselachus anguineus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Chile, Norway, Portugal, and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Rabuka
Spanish Tiburón anguila
French Requin lézard
German Kragenhai
Portuguese Cobra
Russian Plaščenosnaja akula
Arabic قِرش جِِلد العِظايَة

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Plaščenosnaja akula?
The scientific name of Plaščenosnaja akula is Chlamydoselachus anguineus. It belongs to the genus Chlamydoselachus.
What is the conservation status of Plaščenosnaja akula?
Plaščenosnaja akula (Chlamydoselachus anguineus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Plaščenosnaja akula live?
Plaščenosnaja akula is found in Distributed across Chile, Norway, Portugal, and Taiwan.. Countries include Chile, Norway, Portugal, Taiwan.
What family does Plaščenosnaja akula belong to?
Plaščenosnaja akula (Chlamydoselachus anguineus) belongs to the genus Chlamydoselachus, which is part of the taxonomic family Chlamydoselachidae.
Is Plaščenosnaja akula endangered?
No, Plaščenosnaja akula (Chlamydoselachus anguineus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Plaščenosnaja akula belong to?
Plaščenosnaja akula (Chlamydoselachus anguineus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).
What are the closest relatives of Plaščenosnaja akula?
The closest relatives of Plaščenosnaja akula in the genus Chlamydoselachus include African frilled shark.

Native Range — 4 Countries

Genus Chlamydoselachus — 2 Species

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Plaščenosnaja akula
Chlamydoselachus anguineus
LC
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African frilled shark
Chlamydoselachus africana
LC

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